Panasonic NA - 127VB6, Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

Page 1: ...g Machine Domestic use Model No NA 148VB6 NA 128VB6 NA 147VB6 NA 127VB6 NA 147VC6 NA 127VC6 Thank you for purchasing this appliance For optimum performance and safety please read these instructions carefully Before connecting operating or adjusting this appliance please read the instructions completely Please keep this manual for future reference English NA 148VB6_English_Pan Euro indb 1 2014 12 2...

Page 2: ... of this waste in accordance with national legislation Information on disposal in other countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Recommended detergent in accordance with the Regulation EU No 1015 2010 Select the appropriate deter...

Page 3: ...s 27 Programme for Bedding 27 Putting bedding into the drum 27 Optional Functions 28 Extra Rinse 28 Speed Eco 28 Child lock 28 Preset timer 28 Easy Iron 28 Maintenance Maintenance 29 Cleaning the outside of the appliance 29 Cleaning the door seal and window 29 Cleaning the drain filter 29 Cleaning the drum 30 Cleaning the detergent drawer 30 Cleaning the water supply filter 31 Preventing a frozen ...

Page 4: ...if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children shall not play with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised Do NOT place a stand or a chair close to the appliance Children...

Page 5: ...n a location exposed to the weather This may result in product malfunction or deterioration electric shock or fire Do NOT spill water directly onto any part of the appliance This may result in malfunction electric shock or fire Keep sources of ignition such as candles or cigarettes away from the appliance They may cause a fire or damage to the appliance Keep flammable materials away from the appli...

Page 6: ...mains plug adaptor or extension cable There is a possibility of overheating which may cause a fire Use an unused household mains socket fully rated at AC 220 V to 240 V If you are not sure contact a qualified electrician ENSURE the mains plug is fully inserted into the household mains socket Otherwise a loose connection may overheat and cause an electric shock or fire Do NOT touch the mains lead o...

Page 7: ...are not carried out following the installation method outlined in these instructions the manufacturer will not be liable for any accident or damage caused Do NOT dismantle repair or modify the appliance The appliance may malfunction which may result in a fire or an injury If repairs are needed contact your local Customer Service Centre Do NOT touch the laundry inside the drum until it has complete...

Page 8: ...oper connection could cause leaks The new hose sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and that old hose sets should not be reused This appliance is only suitable for textiles labelled washing machine washable Do NOT connect to the hot water supply This appliance works ONLY with cold water Do NOT apply pesticide hair spray or deodorant to the appliance NA 148VB6_English_Pan Euro indb 8 201...

Page 9: ...olts are used to transport the appliance If the anchor bolts are not removed the appliance will vibrate severely during use To Prevent Injury Do NOT climb onto the appliance This may cause injury or damage to the appliance Keep fingers away from the door hinge when opening and closing the door Do NOT slide your hand or unprotected foot underneath the appliance when in use When washing at high temp...

Page 10: ...rproof sheets or clothing There is a possibility of excessive vibration or failure during the spin cycle which may result in an injury damage to the appliance or a water leak BE CAREFUL when draining hot water out of the drum BE CAREFUL not to get laundry caught in the door seal when the door is closed This may result in a water leak or damage to the laundry during the wash cycle NA 148VB6_English...

Page 11: ...ow P 41 For fixing the water drain hose Liquid detergent level plate P 14 Cover cap x4 P 38 39 Water supply hose P 40 Either one of these hoses is supplied with the appliance Detergent drawer P 13 Door Water drain hose Adjustable feet P 39 Drain filter cover P 29 Mains lead Mains plug Door seal Drum Washing spin drying tub Standard Hose Hose with water supply valve NA 148VB6_English_Pan Euro indb ...

Page 12: ...shed separately Wash denim separately You should put bras with metal wires tights lace clothing and small items into a laundry net to prevent them or the appliance from being damaged Caution Do NOT wash water repellent clothing There is a possibility of excessive vibration or failure during the spin drying cycle that may result in an injury damage to the appliance or a water leak Treating stains A...

Page 13: ...3 Stain remover Detergent Use only detergents that are recommended for fully automated washing machines Please use low suds detergents When you use a detergent specifically for slightly lower temperature than 20 C as low as 15 C the 20 C Wash programme is recommended Caution If the instructions on the package indicate that detergent should be placed in the drum do NOT put it into the detergent dra...

Page 14: ...tergent run the Drain programme Then add detergent and start washing again To prevent powdered detergent from remaining in the drawer perform the following Dry the inside of the drawer with a cloth Make sure that the detergent is not lumpy when you add it because this may cause a blockage over time Amount of Detergent The amount of detergent you should use depends on the following factors How soil...

Page 15: ...the directions on the softener packages for the appropriate amounts If too much softener is added it may remain in the detergent drawer Laundry starch Simply add laundry starch to the softener compartment It will be automatically added to the clothing in the final rinsing process Make sure that you do not fill the compartment over the MAX level If it is hard to pour dilute the starch slightly with...

Page 16: ...mmes You can choose hotter temperatures for whites cottons or soiled laundry Spin speed button 4 Press this button to choose the spin speed for the programme you have selected The maximum spin speed of models are as follows 148VB6 147VB6 and 147VC6 1400 r min 128VB6 127VB6 and 127VC6 1200 r min Time button 5 Press this button to preset the time for when the programme starts P 28 Extra Rinse 6 Pres...

Page 17: ...r 9 These indicators are displayed when the corresponding functions have been programmed The option functions that display here are the Extra Rinse Easy Iron Eco and Speed functions Unlocking the door The door automatically locks while in use and the symbol is shown in locked state A click will be heard when the door locks or unlocks Note If the appliance is switched off with the door locked or if...

Page 18: ...programme time will be displayed For more details about each programme see pages 24 25 20 C Wash programme By using the cold water of 20 C this programme achieves the same cleaning strength as that for 40 C programme except for greasy filth Spin programme With the Spin programme the operation starts from the drain process whether there is water in the drum or not After the water drains out to a pr...

Page 19: ... to prevent colour transfer Required time Required time depends on the programme and temperature setting Actual time may differ slightly from the displayed time The displayed time includes the time needed for the water to fill up and to drain out thus they vary depending on water pressure drainage and amount of laundry If the laundry in the drum needs to be balanced eg to facilitate smooth spinnin...

Page 20: ... 5 kg Rinse Rinses washed laundry 8 kg 7 kg Drain Drains water from the drum Spin Spin dries washed laundry 8 kg 7 kg Wool Gentle wash for hand and machine washable wool and wool blend clothes preventing clothes shrinkage 2 kg 2 kg Shirts Washing for collar and cuff grime of shirts and blouses prevents creasing 2 kg 2 kg Mixed Mixed load for washing various fabrics such as cotton linen and synthet...

Page 21: ...sh 30 C 2 0 32 68 1 30 Allergy care 60 C 4 3 08 87 3 20 Wool 30 C 2 0 10 50 0 40 Shirts 40 C 2 0 60 45 1 25 Mixed 30 C 3 5 0 46 55 1 25 Quick 40 C 4 0 48 38 1 08 Rapid 15 30 C 2 0 10 30 0 15 20 20 C Wash 20 C 4 0 31 42 1 40 1 Results calculated based on the maximum spin speed comply with EN 60456 2 The power water consumption and time indicated in the table may vary depending on variations in pres...

Page 22: ...ash 30 C 2 0 29 57 1 30 Allergy care 60 C 3 5 2 96 82 3 15 Wool 30 C 2 0 11 45 0 40 Shirts 40 C 2 0 60 44 1 25 Mixed 30 C 3 5 0 32 60 1 25 Quick 40 C 3 5 0 48 38 1 08 Rapid 15 30 C 2 0 10 30 0 15 20 20 C Wash 20 C 3 5 0 27 42 1 40 1 Results calculated based on the maximum spin speed comply with EN 60456 2 The power water consumption and time indicated in the table may vary depending on variations ...

Page 23: ...ash 30 C 2 0 41 56 1 31 Allergy care 60 C 3 5 2 72 85 3 15 Wool 30 C 2 0 13 50 0 40 Shirts 40 C 2 0 64 44 1 25 Mixed 30 C 3 5 0 30 62 1 25 Quick 40 C 3 5 0 42 36 1 08 Rapid 15 30 C 2 0 10 32 0 15 20 20 C Wash 20 C 3 5 0 26 45 1 40 1 Results calculated based on the maximum spin speed comply with EN 60456 2 The power water consumption and time indicated in the table may vary depending on variations ...

Page 24: ... 40 C 2 1200 1400 2 23 Colours 40 C 2 1200 1400 1 45 Easy care 40 C 2 800 800 1 25 Hand Wash 30 C 2 600 600 1 30 Allergy care 60 C 4 800 800 3 20 Rinse Cold 3 1200 1400 0 36 Drain 0 03 Spin 1200 1400 0 15 Wool 30 C 3 600 600 0 40 Shirts 40 C 2 600 600 1 25 Mixed 30 C 2 800 800 1 25 Quick 40 C 2 1200 1400 1 08 Rapid 15 30 C 1 800 800 0 15 20 20 C Wash 20 C 2 1200 1400 1 40 NA 148VB6_English_Pan Eur...

Page 25: ... 0 1400 25 1 25 1 25 Cold 60 C 0 800 0 800 30 1 30 1 31 Cold 30 C 0 600 0 600 20 3 15 3 15 Cold 60 C 0 800 0 800 36 0 36 0 36 Cold 0 1200 0 1400 03 0 03 0 03 15 0 15 0 15 400 1200 400 1400 40 0 40 0 40 Cold 40 C 0 600 0 600 25 1 25 1 25 Cold 60 C 0 600 0 600 25 1 25 1 25 Cold 30 C 0 800 0 800 08 1 08 1 08 Cold 60 C 0 1200 0 1400 15 0 15 0 15 Cold 30 C 0 800 0 800 40 1 40 1 40 Cold 20 C 0 1200 0 14...

Page 26: ...ve excess detergent from the laundry P 28 Hanging the laundry Hang out white or light coloured wool and nylon items away from direct heat or sunlight After washing lay out wool and nylon clothes and return them to their normal shape before hanging in the shade This will help to reduce the ironing time Hang wool items with creases smoothed out or spread them out to dry Use hangers for shirts blouse...

Page 27: ...undersheets Non washable 100 wool blankets Long piled blankets Electric blankets including cover Putting bedding into the drum Fold down the blanket or bedspread 1 into a quarter of their original size Put the blanket or bedspread into the 2 drum Fold it while putting it into the drum Both ends of the blanket should face the rear of the drum Caution Do NOT roll the blanket or bedspread into balls ...

Page 28: ...lve thoroughly with the preset function because the detergent may cake up before the wash starts and does not flow out Setting a preset time Set a preset time after you have selected the programmed and optional functions P 18 Continuously press the Time button 1 until the desired preset time is displayed Press the Temperature button or the 2 Extra Rinse button to set the preset time The countdown ...

Page 29: ...h The filter will have lint buildup which may interrupt drainage water flow Switch off and unplug the appliance 1 Remove the drain filter cover using 2 the supplied liquid detergent level plate Then place a container underneath it to collect the drainage Carefully turn the drain filter 3 anticlockwise to unscrew it More water may drain out This is normal Then remove the drain filter 4 Remove any l...

Page 30: ...thogens die at a temperature of at least 60 C Note Do NOT put laundry or laundry detergent into the appliance during cleaning If you use tub cleaning detergent or bleach put it into the detergent drawer before starting the wash The appropriate amount to be used is approximately 30 ml P 13 Cleaning the detergent drawer Detergent residue soon builds up if the detergent drawer is not cleaned regularl...

Page 31: ...f the unit is supplied with the hose 7 fitted with a water supply valve turn off the tap supplying water to the appliance disconnect the hose from the tap and then clean the filter on the hose in the same way Reconnect the water supply hose 8 Tighten the plastic joint firmly Turn on the tap and then check for 9 leaks Put your finger on the tab near the 3 front of the softener cover and pull it up ...

Page 32: ...using This will ensure that the water supply hose does not become clogged up with ice If your water supply hose freezes perform the following procedures Wrap warm towels around the joints 1 of the water supply hose Add 2 to 3 litres of warm water to the 2 drum Run the Drain programme 3 P 18 Joints Tap approximately 50 C Water supply hose NA 148VB6_English_Pan Euro indb 32 2014 12 22 9 37 11 ...

Page 33: ...ay fill up repeatedly Rinse Spin No water flows into the appliance during the rinse process Before rinsing the appliance spins to drain out remaining water The water will fill up after that Rinsing begins before the spin process finishes After washing excess foam may remain so the water is drained out and refilled to wash it away This feature is called foam detection During spin dry the drum stops...

Page 34: ...y may reduce the amount of foam There is a lot of foam The amount of foam varies depending on the temperature level and softness of the water You may have used too much detergent The type of detergent you are using may cause excess foam Fabric softener overflows The softener may have exceeded the MAX level of the detergent drawer P 15 You may have spilt the liquid when closing the detergent drawer...

Page 35: ...s from the pump that circulates washing or rinsing water 148VB6 128VB6 147VB6 and 127VB6 Others The electricity supply cuts out while the appliance is on The appliance stops operating When power is restored it resumes operation from the point that it had stopped A circuit breaker trips and the electricity supply is cut The appliance stops operating When the breaker is reset it resumes operation fr...

Page 36: ...s There is a clog in the hose The hose tip is immersed in water It extends with joints The water is frozen Clean the drain filter if it clogs up P 29 Overflow Check for any of following problems The water supply valve has failed The water supply valve triac has failed Switch off and unplug the appliance Shut off the tap and contact your local Customer Service Centre To restart operation after an e...

Page 37: ...st 2 mm of clearance on both sides and at least 5 mm of clearance both on the top and the back of the appliance The counter above the appliance must be firmly fixed to the adjoining cupboards Caution Do NOT install the appliance set in with the cover panel removed Cover panel Carrying the appliance The appliance must be carried by 2 or more people Start by tilting the appliance backwards The appli...

Page 38: ...er each bolt hole Note Make sure that you store the anchor bolts because they are used when transporting the appliance If the appliance is passed on to another person make sure to give the anchor bolts to that person Make sure the cover caps are attached Failure to observe this may result in water entering the washing machine leading to malfunctions Moving the appliance Note Make sure to install t...

Page 39: ...t level to make sure that 3 the appliance is properly levelled Tighten each plastic nut by turning it 4 anticlockwise Caution Make sure that all plastic nuts are tightened securely and the feet are still securely bolted to the appliance If they are unbolted the appliance will move around Do NOT put cardboard wood or similar materials under the appliance to compensate for unevenness Be careful not ...

Page 40: ...e other end of the hose to 2 the tap and tighten it the same way Standard hose Hose with water supply valve Open the tap slowly and make sure 3 that there are no leaks around the joints The joints are subject to water pressure Follow the instructions in this section to prevent water leaks If you are unsure ask a service agent to connect the hoses Hoses and cable lengths Left side connections Right...

Page 41: ...wist pull out or bend the drain hose Do NOT use joints to extend the water drain hose Draining to a sink or wash basin Caution The water drain hose must be removed from the hook on the rear side of the appliance before the appliance is operated If the water drain hose is close to the appliance the hose may come in contact with the appliance and generate noise during the spin cycle because of vibra...

Page 42: ...needs Make sure that the power supply specifications in your residence match the information mentioned here The information on the power supply specifications are also mentioned on page 44 of these instructions If the product is not correctly grounded the user will be liable for any damage incurred Name plate NA 148VB6_English_Pan Euro indb 42 2014 12 22 9 37 17 ...

Page 43: ... 3 Water supply hose Is it free from leaks Is the water supply normal 4 Water drain hose Is it free from leaks Does it drain normally 5 Adjustable feet Are they bolted securely to the appliance 6 Feet cushions Are they standing flat If the appliance is not level there may be abnormal sounds when water is drained out 7 Power supply Is the household dedicated mains socket fully rated at AC 220 V to ...

Page 44: ...energy rated power input 2200 W Heating energy rated power input 2000 W Product weight 77 kg 73 kg 72 kg Maximum mass of dry cloth 8 kg 7 kg 7 kg Product dimensions Height 845 mm Width 597 mm Depth 572 mm 542 mm 542 mm Water consumption Refer to Power and Water Consumption Pressure of tap water 0 1 1 MPa NA 148VB6_English_Pan Euro indb 44 2014 12 22 9 37 18 ...

Page 45: ...9900 9240 10346 3 Water consumption in litres per year based on 220 standard washing cycles for Cotton Eco programmes at 60 C and 40 C at full and partial load The actual water consumption will depend on how the appliance is used Spin drying efficiency class on a scale from G least efficient to A most efficient B B B Maximum spin speed r min NA 148VB6 147VB6 and 147VC6 1400 NA 128VB6 127VB6 and 12...

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Page 48: ...es in accordance with the EU Regulations 1061 2010 and 1015 2010 Those programmes are suitable to clean normally soiled cotton laundry and are the most efficient programmes in terms of combined energy and water consumptions for washing that type of cotton laundry 1 Set the dial to Cotton 2 Choose Eco function P 28 3 or Choose maximum spin speed P 25 4 or Choose water temperature of 60 C 40 C The a...